1) A 1970s funk band… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists under the same name:
1) A 1970s funk band, best known for launching the career of their lead singer, Chaka Khan. Major hits during their career include "Tell Me Something Good," "Sweet Thing," and "Ain't Nobody"
Rufus gained a fan in Stevie Wonder thanks to their cover of his "Maybe Your Baby." Wonder gave them a new composition, the slowly grinding "Tell Me Something Good," that he'd written specifically with Khan's vocal style in mind. Pulled as a single from their second album, 1974's Rags to Rufus, "Tell Me Something Good" was a Top Five smash that turned Rufus and Khan into stars....
2) RUFUS (루퍼스) is a independent South-Korean rapper.
3) Rufus was a 1980's spanish electropop band.
Stop On By
Rufus Lyrics
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You know I'll be there baby
To dry your eyes
Though I get tired, yeah of bein' that second guy
Don't be no fool baby, you 'bout to lose your old standby
Is the material things that he's givin'?
Can you truly say that you're happy livin'?
I'm the one that's givin'
Boy, I don't want to hurt your feelings
Stop on, stop on, stop on, stop on by
You're welcome, stop on by
One day, one day, one day, one day
I might be the one to make you cry
Don't take for granted
I'll always be there
Cause there's somebody somewhere, yeah
That can truly need me
Is the material things that he's givin'?
Can you truly say that you're happy livin'?
I'm the one that's givin'
Boy, I don't want to hurt your feelings
Stop on, stop on, stop on, stop on by
This song, Stop on By by Rufus, can be interpreted as a plea to a lover who is in a troubled relationship to come to the singer as they will always be there for them. The singer says "you're welcome, stop on by" conveying that they are open to the lover's visit if they ever need someone to be there for them. The singer reminds the lover that they have always been their second choice, and though they get tired of that, they are still willing to be there. The singer urges the lover not to be a fool and lose their old standby, meaning that they should not take the comfort of a familiar relationship for granted.
The lyrics also question whether the material things the lover is getting in the current relationship is what truly makes them happy. The singer asks, "Can you truly say that you're happy livin'?" suggesting that happiness cannot be bought with money or possessions. The singer claims that they are the one giving and do not want to hurt the lover's feelings. The song ends in a repetition of the chorus, inviting the lover to stop by whenever they need someone to rely on.
Overall, the song's message is that true happiness is not found in material possessions or the comfort of a familiar relationship, but rather in genuine connections with someone who will always be there for you.
Line by Line Meaning
You're welcome, stop on by
I'm always here for you and you're welcome to come to me whenever you need me
You know I'll be there baby
I will always be there to support you through anything and everything
To dry your eyes
I will do what I can to comfort you and help ease your pain
Though I get tired, yeah of bein' that second guy
I am tired of being your backup plan and want to have a more meaningful relationship with you
Don't be no fool baby, you 'bout to lose your old standby
Don't take me for granted and risk losing someone who has always been there for you
Is the material things that he's givin'?
Are you truly happy with only the material possessions he has given you?
Can you truly say that you're happy livin'?
Are you really living a fulfilled, happy life with this other person?
I'm the one that's givin'
I am the one who truly cares about you and gives my all to make you happy
Boy, I don't want to hurt your feelings
I care about you too much to purposely hurt you or cause you pain
Stop on, stop on, stop on, stop on by
Please come to me and stop by whenever you need me
One day, one day, one day, one day
One day you may realize that I am the one you truly need and want
I might be the one to make you cry
I am willing to take on the emotional toll of being with you, even if it means being the one who makes you cry
Don't take for granted
Don't overlook or underestimate the value of a person who is always there for you
I'll always be there
I will never abandon you or leave you to deal with things on your own
Cause there's somebody somewhere, yeah
There is always someone out there who appreciates and values what I offer
That can truly need me
Someone out there needs me for who I am, not just for what I can offer
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOBBY WOMACK, TRUMAN LEE THOMAS
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